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The most common side effects of methadone are constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, increased sweating, itching, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, and weakness.
Sweating, drowsiness, weight gain to name a few
Side effects of methadone include sweating, constipation, decrease in sex drive, and sugar cravings.
- Depressed respiration
- Irregular heartbeat
- Death
Yes that can happen if you don't regularly take methadone or never have taken it and if you don't regulary don't take any kind of benzodiazepam (ie, Valium, klonopin, xanax, )
If you are even semi use to these drugs, then you feel good. Say for instance I'm on the methadone matienace program, and I get 95mg of methadone everyday and take up to 15 klonopin (clonazepam), Ativan (lorazepam), or xanax(alazropam) a day. I've cut down and try to take no more then 5. That;s besides tje point, I also take a few muscle relaxers and i feel almost xactly the same as shooting a bunch of heroin everyday, I'm very relaxed and nod off and an
Methadone Side Effects
With short-term use, you may notice side effects like:
Restlessness
Upset stomach or vomiting
Slow breathing
Itchy skin
Heavy sweating
Constipation
Sexual problems
Weight gain
Sleep changes
Appetite changes
Headache
Stomach pain
Dry mouth
Flushing
Mood changes
Vision problems
Some side effects are more serious. Call the doctor if you have:
Trouble breathing
Fainting or lightheadedness
Hives or a rash
Swollen lips, tongue, throat, or face
Chest pain or a rapid heartbeat
Hallucinations or confusion
Seizures
A hoarse voice
Trouble swallowing
Severe drowsiness
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What are the affects of taking methadone at the same time as Lortab?
The methadone will block the anelalcesic effect of lortab
Does methadone raise your heart rate?
Usually an increase in heart rate that has to do with methadone is caused by withdrawal off of methadone. But don't forget everyone is different and methadone is a drug that affects many people differently.
Can methadone cause fluid retention?
Yes, edema or fluid retention is a side effect of methadone.
Is the inability to achieve an erection a side effect of methadone?
Yes, Methadone can effect the sex in males making it difficult to achieve and erection.
What are some side effects on methadone?
going through major withdrawls symptoms! It is very painful and very hard to get off of the Methadone.
What are the Side effects of methadone on your teeth?
I have read that because Methadone can give you dry mouth it is wise to chew gum and hydrate as much as possible.
How long does the blocker in methadone last once stop taking?
If you are asking how long it affects the nervous system, it is 3.8 hours.
Is sleeping during the day a side effect of too much methadone?
Yes, if drowsiness occurs after taking methadone, it is usually a sign that you are taking too much.
What is levothroxine?
side affects of levothroxine
What happens if you mix methadone and cipro?
It depens of your actual methadone dose and age (or other factors). Generally, you should avoid this combinaison and use another antibiotic. However, if "cipro" is the only choice, make sure you check every parameters with your doctor and pharmacist.
From what I have read online about methadone it specifically says to tell your doctor about any curvature of the spine before taking methadone. Is that because it is dangerous for patients?
Severe scoliosis can compromise the lungs, and an overdose of methadone can depress respiration. Taken together, there may be a greater risk of adverse affects, so the prescriber should be aware.
What are methadone's side effects?
It can cause some people to feel drowsy, dizzy, or light-headed. People taking methadone should not drive a car or operate machinery.
